Life news today
Here are some of the top news stories from around the world today:
Politics
- The US Senate has voted to acquit former President Donald Trump on charges of inciting the January 6th insurrection at the US Capitol. (Source: CNN)
- The UK has announced plans to introduce a new points-based immigration system, which will prioritize skilled workers and reduce the number of low-skilled migrants. (Source: BBC)
- The European Union has agreed to extend its economic sanctions against Russia for another six months, citing Moscow's failure to implement the Minsk peace agreement in Ukraine. (Source: Reuters)
Health
- The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the COVID-19 pandemic a "global health emergency" as cases continue to surge worldwide. (Source: WHO)
- A new study has found that a single dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine can provide long-term protection against the virus. (Source: The New York Times)
- The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported a record number of measles cases in the country, with 1,249 cases reported in 2022. (Source: CDC)
Business
- The Dow Jones Industrial Average has closed above 35,000 for the first time, driven by strong earnings reports from major companies. (Source: CNBC)
- Tesla has announced plans to build a new electric vehicle factory in Berlin, Germany, which will create thousands of jobs. (Source: Bloomberg)
- The US Federal Reserve has announced that it will keep interest rates unchanged, citing concerns about the impact of rising inflation on the economy. (Source: The Wall Street Journal)
Entertainment
- The Academy Awards have announced the nominees for the 94th Oscars, with "The Power of the Dog" and "Belfast" leading the pack with 12 nominations each. (Source: Variety)
- The popular TV show "The Office" has been renewed for a 10th season, with new episodes set to premiere in 2023. (Source: Entertainment Weekly)
- The music streaming service Spotify has announced plans to launch a new feature that will allow users to create and share their own playlists with friends. (Source: The Verge)
Sports
- The Super Bowl has been won by the Los Angeles Rams, who defeated the Cincinnati Bengals 23-20 in a thrilling game. (Source: ESPN)
- The NBA has announced that it will resume its season on January 26th, after a brief hiatus due to COVID-19 concerns. (Source: NBA)
- The Australian Open has been won by Novak Djokovic, who defeated Daniil Medvedev in a five-set match. (Source: The Guardian)
These are just a few of the top news stories from around the world today. I hope you find them interesting and informative!